Colin Chin

CHIN, Colin

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at home, on Sunday 15th February 2026, aged 71.

Dearly loved husband of Heather and much loved father of Kathryn and Alastair. Loved brother and brother-in-law to the late Foon and Rose; the late Woot and Lai Gwen; Keith and Debbie; and Janine. Uncle and Grand Uncle to many nephews and nieces.

Special thanks to the staff of Mary Potter Hospice, Kenepuru District Nurses and Oncologist Dr Nikki Burnand including the Medical team at Wellington Regional Hospital for their wonderful care of Colin.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Mary Potter Hospice.

Messages to the Chin family may be left in Colin’s tribute book at the service or https://lychgate.co.nz/funeral-notice/chin-73725/

A service for Colin will be held at Lychgate Funerals, 7 Johnsonville Road, Johnsonville on Monday 23rd February 2026 at 11:00am, followed by burial at Makara Cemetery.

Tributes

Liam Williams

As a friend of Alastair I would like to offer my condolences to your family for your loss.

Greg Futcher

I was always impressed with Colin’s courage and dignity when I saw him at the library. A remarkable man. Deepest condolences to Heather and Family.

Adrienne Thompson

Sincere condolence for the loss of Colin
I’ve known heather for many years
Colin such a big part of Heather’s life
A kind man
My thoughts are with you at this hard time

Sam Chin

Condolences to the Chin family, sorry Henry and I couldn’t make it, Air NZ changed our flights, RIP Cuz 🙏 ❤️

Dr Tony Law

Deepest Sympathies to the family of Colin.
This is a time to reflect and recall the long association that we share with all the family of the late Mr and Mrs Chin Non.
We wish to send our sincere condolences to the whole family, but especially to Heather and her family.
Tony & Wynne, and Mark & Carol Law

Colin Lowe

To Joy and family
On behalf of the Lowe family so sorry to hear of your loss.
Sorry we couldn’t be with you
Colin

Sally Bolitho

To our dear friend Heather and family,
Sending our most heartfelt condolences on the passing of Colin. Please know our thoughts are very much with you all at this very difficult time. May Colin’s legacy live long and strong in your hearts and memories. Sally & Adam.

Liz Chin

My sincerest condolences to Heather and family on the passing of Colin, that I have only come to know about today. I have the fondest memories of Colin and our chats at work at the Department of Internal Affairs and later at Les Mills. I appreciated his friendliness and cheerful smile. The last time I saw Colin was at PIckleball at Nairnville Park where he told me he given up the gym as it was too expensive and that he had retired. You willl be missed Colin. Rest in peace.
Kindest regards,
Liz Chin